1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 3 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 1980 Renault Fuego has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Renault Fuego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tempra | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
